Morning Coffee: Satellites Improve Arctic Communication
The U.S. Navy’s Mobile User Objective System (MUOS) satellites may be able to significantly improve communication in the Arctic.
Morning Coffee: Sikorsky’s Future Debated
The future of Sikorsky, America’s leading helicopter maker, is being evaluated by its parent company.
Sensitive F-35 Documents Intercepted
Contractor charged with attempting to ship thousands of pages of sensitive documents to Iran relating to the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter’s engine.
Navy Expands Typhoon Relief
The USS George Washington carrier group, amphibious assault ships and additional Marines are on the way to the Philippines.
Number of Furlough Days Reduced from 22 to 14
The Pentagon scales back furlough days, even as one of its unions asks it to cancel them all together.
Mergers Could Stall After BAE/EADS Deal Collapse
Defense M&A faces headwind after Europe’s high-profile breakdown, but mid-tier and specialized firms could see opportunities.
Panetta Will Take ‘Whatever the Hell Deal’ From Congress
Pentagon frustration mounts as sequestration cuts remain unresolved.
EPA Tells Pax to Improve Hazardous Waste Handling
Base lawyers work with the Environmental Protection Agency to improve handling procedures after review.
